Life 10,000 Meters Down
In a groundbreaking deep-sea mission, a Chinese-led research team has ventured nearly 10,000 meters below the ocean surface—into the planet’s most extreme and unexplored realms. Published Wednesday in the journal "Nature," the study unveils vibrant communities of marine creatures thriving without sunlight, powered solely by chemical reactions.
Thriving on Chemicals
At these staggering depths, sunlight is nonexistent. Instead, creatures rely on chemosynthesis—turning inorganic molecules into energy—to form colourful, dynamic ecosystems. This discovery challenges our understanding of where and how life can persist on Earth.
An Ocean of Possibilities
Beyond its immediate scientific intrigue, this finding promises ripple effects across marine biology, climate research, and biotech innovation. It invites entrepreneurs, tech enthusiasts, and global citizens to reimagine sustainable solutions inspired by life at the extremes.
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Chinese-led team discover chemical-eating creatures 10,000 m undersea
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